‘Excess profits’ at big energy and consumer companies pushed up inflation, report claims
December 8, 2023
The report identified Shell, Exxon Mobil, Glencore and Kraft Heinz as among the firms that saw profits "far outpace" inflation.
Cool Smashers down Crossovers, near finals return; HD Spikers also prevail
December 8, 2023
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Creamline overcame an erratic second set to turn back a fiesty Chery Tiggo side, 25-18, 27-25, 25-22, in Game 1 of their semifinal series in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena in Pasig Cit...
Reaction to Jon Rahm leaving the PGA Tour for LIV Golf
December 8, 2023
REACTIONS to Masters champion Jon Rahm joining LIV Golf on Thursday:
NBA In-Season Tournament not lacking in the Las Vegas glitz and glamour
December 8, 2023
LAS VEGAS — When league officials decided to play the semifinals and championship game of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament in Las Vegas, they knew it wouldn’t be an understated affair.
Moorer, Hatton, Calderon, Corrales elected to Boxing Hall of Fame
December 8, 2023
CANASTOTA, NEW YORK — Michael Moorer, the first left-hander to win the heavyweight title, and fellow two-division champions Ricky Hatton and Ivan Calderon were elected Thursday to the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
Rio de Janeiro state court removes president of Brazilian soccer confederation from office
December 8, 2023
SAO PAULO — A Rio de Janeiro state court removed the president of the Brazilian soccer confederation from office on Thursday because of irregularities in the proceedings that led to his election last year.
Jags employee charged with stealing $22M gambled away 99% of funds, plans guilty plea, lawyer says
December 8, 2023
JACKSONVILLE, Florida — A former Jacksonville Jaguars financial manager accused of stealing more than $22 million from the franchise has a gambling addiction and plans to plead guilty to resolve federal charges against him, his attorney said Thursday.
US figure skater Ilia Malinin lands quad axel to take lead at Grand Prix Finals in Beijing
December 8, 2023
Ilia Malinin had no intention of trying to land the quadruple axel, the most difficult jump in figure skating, while the 19-year-old American sensation was trying to qualify for the Grand Prix Finals.
Hunter Biden hit with 9 tax-related charges in new indictment
December 8, 2023
The president's son was previously indicted on federal gun charges in September.
Buying property in Asia? Real estate specialists give their investment tips
December 8, 2023
It's a good time for homeowners in Hong Kong to buy now, but investors hunting for yield might want to think twice, says Peter Churchouse of Portwood Capital.
India keeps key rate unchanged on strong growth, inflation risks
December 8, 2023
The six-member monetary policy committee, kept the repo rate unchanged at 6.50% in line with the unanimous consensus in a Reuters poll.
AP Bren sweeps Lilgun, carries rival Burmese Ghouls to M5 playoffs
December 8, 2023
AP Bren showed no mercy and blanked Team Lilgun of Mongolia, 2-0, to conclude its group stage campaign in the M5 World Championship on Thursday at the EVM Convention Centre.
In a first for Singapore, livestreaming app 17LIVE goes public via SPAC merger
December 8, 2023
Shares of Asian livestreaming app 17LIVE began trading on Friday following merger with Singapore's first SPAC, Vertex Technology Acquisition Corporation.
Blacklist arranges M5 playoff clash vs. Onic Esports after shock loss to Fire Flux
December 8, 2023
Blacklist International failed to preserve its immaculate run as the Philippine bet fell prey to Fire Flux Esports of Turkey, 0-2, to close out the group stages of M5 World Championship on Thursday at the EVM Convention Centre.
Lakers cruise past Pelicans, barge into NBA in-season finals
December 8, 2023
LeBron James recorded 30 points and eight assists to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 133-89 semifinal victory over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night in Las Vegas to reach the championship game of the NBA's in-season tournament.
Reggae singer Kokoi Baldo has passed away
December 8, 2023
Reggae singer Kokoi Baldo has passed away.
Nova Parojinog found guilty in drug case, gets life imprisonment
December 8, 2023
The Quezon City Regional Trial Court has found former Ozamis City vice mayor Nova Princess Parojinog guilty of drug possession and sentenced her to life imprisonment and a fine of P500,000 to P10 million.
Apple Aims to Make a Quarter of the World’s iPhones in India
December 8, 2023
Supplier Foxconn plans to build more factories and give India a production role once limited mostly to China.
How the UAAP crown slipped past the UP Maroons
December 8, 2023
As UP tries to move forward, head coach Goldwin Monteverde and his predecessor, Bo Perasol, look back at the season where the Fighting Maroons again came so close to winning a UAAP championship
ASEAN strongly condemns MSU bomb attack
December 8, 2023
The Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN on Friday strongly condemned what it called a "heinous terrorist attack" in the southern Philippines during last weekend in which four people were killed in a bombing at a Catholic Mass.
Australia energy giants Woodside and Santos in talks to create $52 billion gas powerhouse
December 8, 2023
Santos and Woodside Energy have opened talks to discuss a potential merger in what could create a $52 billion oil and gas behemoth.
‘Baldur’s Gate 3’ crowned Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023
December 8, 2023
"Baldur's Gate 3" won big at this year's Game Awards.
After historic triple-double, Luka Doncic to guide Mavs against Blazers
December 8, 2023
In his last outing, Luka Doncic delivered perhaps the best first-half performance of his career, passed Larry Bird on the all-time triple-doubles list and led the Dallas Mavericks to a 50-point win.
Hong Kong’s soccer fans will get to see Lionel Messi in action in February
December 8, 2023
Soccer fans in Hong Kong will be able to see the world's best player Lionel Messi in action next year when David Beckham's Inter Miami play the Hong Kong team in February.
Christmas convoy departs for West Philippine Sea
December 8, 2023
The Christmas convoy to the West Philippine Sea left Manila for Palawan on Friday morning.
Japan’s third-quarter GDP falls faster than first estimates as consumption sags
December 8, 2023
Japan's economy fell faster than first estimated in the third quarter, consumer and business spending shrank, driving down third-quarter gross domestic product.
Las Vegas campus gunman described as struggling academic with ‘target list’
December 8, 2023
The gunman who killed three professors and wounded one at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, was a financially struggling academic whose job applications were rejected by several higher-education institutions in Nevada, police said on Thursday.
Marvel announces ‘Blade’ video game, drops teaser trailer
December 8, 2023
The Daywalker is hitting consoles as Marvel announced a "Blade" video game.
Filipino fishermen caught in debt net in West Philippine Sea row
December 8, 2023
Filipino fishermen in San Salvador Island in the Masinloc municipality told the Thomson Reuters Foundation that China was using speedboats and water cannon to block access to an area that is inside the Philippines exclusive economic zone (EEZ) but was ...
Pacers top fancied Bucks, crash NBA in-season finals
December 8, 2023
The Pacers book a spot in the NBA's inaugural in-season championship match after stunning Giannis Antetokounmpo and the top-seeded Bucks in the semifinals
Kitchie Nadal welcomes second son!
December 8, 2023
Kitchie Nadal is now a mom of two. The Filipina rocker revealed on Instagram that she and her husband Carlos Lopez welcomed their second son, named Iago, in November.
Places to visit for Christmas trees, displays, and light shows in Metro Manila and beyond
December 8, 2023
Here"s a guide to where you, your family, and your friends can enjoy stunning light shows, displays, and Christmas trees in and around Metro Manila!
Nominate a company for CNBC’s 2024 Disruptor 50 list
December 8, 2023
CNBC is now accepting nominations for the 2024 Disruptor 50 list — our twelfth annual look at the most innovative venture-backed companies.
Manila Luzon wins Best Entertainment Host at Asian Academy Creative Awards
December 8, 2023
Manila Luzon was named Best Entertainment Host for her work on “Drag Den Philippines” at the Asian Academy Creative Awards in Singapore on Thursday. All together now: Yaas, queen!
PH reached out to China over Occidental Mindoro maritime incident — PCG
December 8, 2023
The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) on Friday said it has already informed China that a Chinese-flagged bulk carrier vessel allegedly hit a Filipino boat in the waters near Paluan, Occidental Mindoro.
NBA: Pacers top Bucks in semifinals of in-season tournament
December 8, 2023
Bruce Brown gave Indiana the lead for good with 6:15 remaining, Tyrese Haliburton capped a monster performance with a back-breaking 3-pointer, and the Pacers surprised the top-seeded Milwaukee Bucks 128-119 Thursday in the semifinals of the NBA's inaug...
Ariana Grande posts studio pics amid music hiatus
December 8, 2023
It looks like Ariana Grande is gearing up to release some new music!It looks like Ariana Grande is gearing up to release some new music!
PGA Tour star Jon Rahm signs on to join Saudi-backed LIV Golf
December 8, 2023
Jon Rahm, the defending Masters champion, signed on Thursday to leave the PGA Tour for Saudi-backed LIV Golf.